THE EFFECT OF PROJECT MONITORING AND CONTROLLING PRACTICE ON PROJECT PERFORMANCE; IN CASE OF 5G NETWORK EXPANSION PROGRAM, ETHIOTELCOM

Abstract

Examining the effect of project monitoring practice and project control practice on project performance in the case of 5G network expansion program in Ethio telecom was the study's main goal. A combination of explanatory and descriptive research designs, along with a quantitative research approach, were used to achieve the study's intended goal. 136 sample respondents were selected using convenance sampling technique. Primary cross-sectional data were used in the study, and a structured survey questionnaire was used to collect data. The deployed data was analyzed using regression analysis using OLS technique and descriptive statistics. This study employed the most popular reliability test technique, Cronbach's Alpha coefficient, to guarantee the dependability of the deployed data. The Cronbach's Alpha coefficient test result thus verified the validity of the data used in this investigation. Correlation analysis revealed a strong positive relationship between project performance and both project monitoring practice (r = 0.731) and project control practice (r = 0.512). Regression analysis confirmed that both project monitoring practices and project control practices have statistically significant positive effects on project performance. Therefore, it is suggested that the project management of 5G expansion project of Ethio-telecom should enhance the process for analyzing project data to proactively identify and mitigate potential risks. the project management of 5G expansion project of Ethio-telecom should also implement strategies to address any delays that might hinder meeting the planned completion date.